31 Jul 1873
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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1873
Page
1
In Aurora on July 31 a man named H. Wood sat on the tracks and fell asleep as Train No. 11 approached, resulting in the man being killed. The incident occurred near the railroad line and the train crew reported the fatal accident.
A man aged about 25 to 30 was killed on the track between West Brookfield and Warren as the New York Express sped by. He appeared unidentified and a coroner’s inquest was expected to determine the cause and identity.
Assistant Secretary Sawyer nears report on a new seal lock amid competition with the Johnson rotor rock. Navy recruiting denied for irons fleets, while general service recruits issue orders. L B Sturgis heads west to inspect North Pacific line as Indian Affairs plans relocations. MoDocs fate court-martial reports signal mass executions, with White House approval sought. New light-ship planned for August sale and blockade runner notes hint at Atlantic departures from Aspinwall.
Fire destroyed a government bonded warehouse on Greenwich Street and spread quickly to upper stories. Fire engines struggled to control the blaze as flames extended toward Obuten Street. Nearby tenements faced danger while the bakery adjoining was also damaged and workers faced ruin.
Reports from a Congress of sheriffs and finance officials reveal penalties for false sales and suits against bondsmen of Daniel Butterfield. Indictments loom around Tweed associates Ingersoll and King while Internal Revenue fraud cases involve Edward Barcke & Co. A journalist James Coulson dies in Union Square as Newark endures storm damage and a murder claim surfaces in Boston.
Reports say Congress plans a meeting in Vienna to discuss patent protections and envisioned reforms. The Hayete Committee is nearing completion of its draft, while Turkish moves include orders to devise a recognition scheme and manufacture Krupp guns.
The article lists varied items including a Chicago wheat corner collar name not fully clear, William A Brown named Nebraska Revenue Store keeper, 500 Grangers at Lawrenceburg for State Grange, Bri Young divorce papers, Grand Rapids vote to raise 250000 for water works, rains aiding Central Kentucky crops, Philadelphia Council visitors headed to San Francisco via Union Pacific, Massachusetts Constabulary ordered to resign at Greeneville for alleged non-performance, and ongoing district proceedings.
Special Correspondent reports the Columbus convention ends with mixed signals. Labor delegates accuse leaders of deception while a reform slate fails to advance radical aims. The Third District criticizes resolution mongers as moderates edge toward compromise under pressure from the Hamilton county and Greenwood delegations.
The readable fragments describe a local Albany Express item focused on a youth or figure in the city, with unclear context and scattered phrases about a person being laughed at or noted. No clear outcome or event is established.
Local report alleges ongoing mistreatment of Officer Barsay of Oliver Street Station House by Police Commissioners. The piece critiques handling of arrestees and suggests remedies including stronger force and better prisoner treatment.
The platform declares party infallibility, urges withholding votes for unsuitable candidates, and supports best individuals. It criticizes Republicans and Democrats for past issues, calls for new party organization, reduces federal functions, curbs bureaus, and opposes subsidies to banks and monopolies. It also favors home rule, qualified appointments, and repealing laws that favor capital over labor.
Drunks and Disorderlies include Cush ing thirty days and 50 dollars costs Graff ten dollars costs and others. Several petty larceny cases continued or dismissed while some assaults and batteries proceed to dates in early month. Domestic cases and arrests noted with multiple names and charges in this judge’s session.
Currter informs trustees of the Colored M. E. Church at Greenwood that the church is free from debt. C. B. Woodruff reports a valuable horse stolen recently with some clue to the robbers. Residents of Lockland and Wyoming summering away from home are noted with various family mentions as the Cincinnati Gas Company plans pipe extensions.
Authorities report rotting remains of a six month fetus found by street workers on Rob erto Street near Harris. Women nearby dismissed the discovery as not their child. The event prompts calls for investigation. City Council Special Committee Harton and Stone favor a 33 foot street extension from Madison to Jefferson to aid a Short Line Railroad depot plan costing about 16000. Depot plans showed 66 by 148 feet from Madison to James alley. Burglars entered Captain Keating’s home early yesterday, stealing money and jewelry. Keating can identify the robbers if caught.
The Mayor's Office issues fines for several residents including Jacob Bold $3 and Harmon Asswforth $925 for assault, plus others for drunkenness and driving violations. Henry Deho runs as an independent candidate for the Legislature First District. The City Council meets at 7 pm to consider the Southern railroad ordinance. Kearney fined $4250 in a dual-trial disturbance case, Myrose to face grand larceny, and O Neal discharged. A cholera scare ends in West Covington with reports of deaths. A musical benefit at Firemen's Hall on Greenup Street is announced.
General Hodge was elected to the Legislature in 1859 and joined the Confederate army in 1861. County Attorney Nelson threatens his electoral prospects by seeking to move the county seat to Newport, while Colonel Hawking denies backing the removal. A Baptist minister, Rev. Germain, plans to join the Christian Church next Sunday. The potato crop suffers from Colorado bug in Campbell county and farmers replant parts to corn. The Nel gon ticket bears a heavy legislative load and Germans oppose candidate Morin. A Hodge meeting attracted men and boys with speakers Arthur and Count Ba worn by Nelson.
Charles Reutter dies after illness with cholera like symptoms following a work accident. A wedding reception disrupts when the bride faints and is hospitalized. Mayor Lawder’s note dispute centers on a woman’s signature. John Kinch arrested for illicit beer on Barnum grounds. A London thief eludes capture after a found beauty jewel.
The article notes scarce funds and two arches of currency and wheat movements. It mentions stable exchange rates and a modest government bond market with rates to press. It highlights ongoing currency shifts and financial activity at current rates.
The column lists varied commodity prices and market notes including beans, cheese, wheat, corn, oats, hay, hemp, olives, oils, and coffee. It shows fluctuations with references to store prices, supply and demand, and dull or steady trends across grains, fats, and groceries.
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